Valentina Dotto, Policy Adviser at CGIUKI, reflects on why the latest Gender Diversity in AIM Company Boards report exposes a market stuck on progress, why board diversity matters for effective governance and competitiveness, and why deliberate action is now essential if AIM companies are to close the widening gap with the FTSE 350.

Valentina Dotto, PhD, Senior Policy Adviser at the Chartered Governance Institute, draws on CGI's latest research and recent discussions between major technology companies and the US government to explore the growing governance challenges surrounding AI oversight, board capability and organisational responsibility.

This week, the 6 to 10 November, is Trustees’ Week, where organisations up and down the UK celebrate the achievements and contributions of trustees within all kinds of not-for-profits.

Should companies speak out about difficult social, political or environmental topics? If so, when? What does it mean for a company to ‘take a stand’?

Eleanor Gray is the Director of Inquiry for NHS England. In this comment blog she explores how public inquiries examine whether organisations can clearly evidence their decision-making, risk management, and culture under scrutiny, and why consistent, transparent processes are critical to demonstrating accountability.

Formula One’s 2026 Concorde Agreement has quietly reshaped the sport’s power structures by separating commercial terms from governance for the first time. The move reflects growing pressure on the FIA and F1 to demonstrate transparency, accountability and faster decision‑making.

The modern boardroom contains a diverse cast of characters, with differing priorities and targets. As a governance professional, you must be well equipped to help facilitate constructive debate.

Stacy De La O, Certified Association Executive, reflects on her experience of the inaugural Executive Board Secretary Programme and why five days of immersive learning continue to shape her thinking about governance leadership.

CGIUKI branches are places for members, students and non-members interested in governance to meet, learn and feel part of a governance community.